Chapter 2. Wireless LAN Infrastructure Devices

THE FOLLOWING CWTS EXAM OBJECTIVES ARE COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER:

  • Identify the purpose, features, and functions of the following wireless network components. Choose the appropriate installation or configuration steps in a given scenario.

    • Access Points

      Lightweight

      Autonomous

      Mesh

    • Wireless LAN Routers

    • Wireless Bridges

    • Wireless Repeaters

    • WLAN Controller/Switch

      Distributed AP Connectivity

      Direct AP Connectivity

      Layer 2 and Layer 3 AP Connectivity

    • Power over Ethernet Devices

      Midspan

      Endpoint

Wireless LAN Infrastructure Devices

OSI Model Basics

Some background on computer networking theory is necessary prior to continuing on with wireless infrastructure devices. ...

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